Clarke Schmidt found himself starting against Michael King, a fellow pitcher who had been traded from the Yankees to the Padres. Their game at Yankee Stadium was intense, with both pitchers allowing two runs. Despite a strong start for King, the Padres bullpen faltered, leading the Yankees to a commanding 12-3 victory. The matchup was significant for both pitchers, and the friendly rivalry sparked post-game interaction, emphasizing the competitive spirit even amid a no-decision outcome for both.
Until the Padres bullpen imploded in the Yankees' 12-3 win, King was positioned to earn a win, but Schmidt earned the final bragging rights on a night when both settled for no-decisions.
Clarke Schmidt of the Yankees reacts on the mound during the fifth inning of the Yankees' 12- blowout win over the Padres on May 6, 2025.
I'm not expecting to get that one back,
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